Coater Operator

SWM International; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials, seeking a Coating Operator in New Berlin, Wisconsin. You will operate the coating machine, ensure quality and maintain safety and cleanliness in the coating production area.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow ISO instructions, and capability to perform minor machine maintenance. Forklift certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic documents.
• Ability to write and interpret shift correspondences/memorandums.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide to calculate measurements.
• Ability to interpret charts and apply to practical situations.
• Ability to operate standard office machines.
• Ability to multi-task and work with interruptions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of quality principles.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Decision-making abilities.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Organizational skills.
• Prioritization skills.
• Problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivation and goal orientation.
• Time management.

Responsibilities

• Check quality and quantity of raw materials against work orders.
• Set up and operate the coating machine.
• Mix chemicals per ISO instructions.
• Monitor running conditions and report discrepancies.
• Complete job run paperwork and verify materials.
• Perform minor maintenance on coating machines.
• Maintain clean room conditions in the coating area.
• Stage raw stock to proper locations.
• Monitor inventories and advise supervisor when low.
• Follow safety procedures and protect coworkers.

Skills

Read and comprehend docs

Write and interpret memos

Basic math

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Forklift certification (preferred)

Job description

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.

POSITION TITLE: Coating Operator
LOCATION: New Berlin, WI

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Coating Machine Operator is responsible for the efficient operation of the coating machine and the quality of the products produced. This is a day shift rotating schedule (6am-6pm, the schedule has an every other weekend rotation).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check quality and quantity of all raw materials being processed against work orders to assure the proper material is being run.
• Set up and operate the coating machine according to O.C.S. Sheet and in cooperation with the Senior Coater Operator.
• Mix chemicals use per ISO instructions.
• Check all running conditions per set up sheet and report any discrepancy.
• Fill out necessary paperwork for the job run and check for accuracy of materials used, coatings, base stock, etc.
• Perform minor maintenance or repairs to the coating machines.
• Maintain white room/clean room conditions at all times within the Coating Production area by way of machine cleaning and general housekeeping, i.e. floor mopping, sweeping, tacky mats, etc.
• Stage raw stock or process material to their proper locations within the Coating Production area.
• Check various inventories needed in daily operations and advise the supervisor if low and needed, i.e. gloves, blades, shop towels, etc.
• Follow all safety procedures and be responsible for the safety of everyone working on the equipment or mixing room in the Coating Production area, including himself/herself.
• Report all problems associated with the operation, equipment and materials being processed to the Shift Supervisor or the Senior Coater Operator.
• Perform any and all duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor or the Senior Coater Operator. Note: This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certifications/Experience We Prefer:

• Forklift certification preferred

Skills We Require:

• Ability to read and comprehend basic documents.
• Ability to write and interpret shift correspondences/memorandums.
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide to calculate measurements.
• Ability to compute rates, ratio, percent and interpret bar graphs and other charts and apply to practical situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to interpret and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to operate a variety of standard office machines.
• Ability to multi-task and work with interruptions.
• Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of quality principles and capable of relating principles to internal quality programs.
• Analytical skills
• Accurate and attentive to detail
• Decision -making abilities.
• Interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude and skills
• Organizational skills
• Prioritization skills
• Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
• Self-motivation skills, disciplined, goal-oriented
• Time management skills
• Works well in a team setting

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

WHAT WE OFFER

Mativ benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable.

ABOUT MATIV

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.

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